It’s not just flowers and leaves that dry out in autumn — our skin also begins to lose more moisture. All the more reason to adjust your skincare routine!
As beautiful as the colorful leaves may shimmer in the sunlight, nature makes one thing very clear in autumn: summer is over. And just as plants prepare for the cold season, so does our body. This leads to reduced blood circulation in the skin and a slowdown in natural sebum production.
Now it becomes especially important to protect yourself from wind and weather, as cold air is particularly challenging for the thinner skin areas on the face and hands. And those beautiful summer days may have left their mark — making autumn the perfect time to gently refresh and rebalance your skincare routine.
Back to balance – Autumn is when the skin recovers from summer
As lovely as sunny spring and autumn days are, the effects of long, carefree hours in the sun often become noticeable once the leaves begin to fall and the days grow shorter.
The subtle tan our skin develops is a natural protective response to UV exposure. In autumn, sunlight decreases as we spend less time outdoors. The skin becomes lighter again — and this is often when the consequences of UV-related skin aging start to show, especially pigmentation spots.
Pigmentation spots appear when the skin produces too much melanin. This can happen in small, concentrated areas (often referred to as age spots) or more extensively across the face, known as melasma.
Milder pigment changes may fade on their own during the colder months. If they don’t, targeted skincare can help. A natural option is Langsat Tree extract, which helps regulate melanin production, gently brightens hyperpigmentation, and helps prevent new spots from forming.
If you’re prone to pigmentation, UV protection remains essential even in autumn. An Age Spot Primer can additionally help to treat sun-induced skin concerns gently yet effectively.
Rich moisture care protects the skin in wind & weather
As we transition from summer into autumn, our skin can easily fall out of balance. While sebum production is naturally higher during the warmer months, it slows down significantly in colder weather. The result: skin becomes drier, and in more severe cases, rough, flaky, or itchy patches may develop.
Autumn is therefore the time to switch to richer skincare products that help replenish your skin’s moisture reserves. Hydrating care is especially essential in areas where the skin is thin and delicate. So make sure to give your face, hands, and lips the extra protection they need against chilly, unpredictable autumn weather.
Gentle cleansing products protect the skin
The foundation of healthy, balanced skin is the right cleansing routine—especially for the face. During the colder months, you should avoid cleansing products that irritate or unnecessarily dry out the skin. If you tend to have very dry skin in autumn, look for nourishing, replenishing ingredients.
This applies not only to your choice of shower gel, hair shampoo, or bath additives, but especially to your hand soap—after all, we wash our hands even more frequently during cold and flu season.
The delicate skin on the face in particular should be cleansed gently in the colder months, as it is exposed to wind and weather every single day. When choosing a facial cleanser, opt for a mild, non-drying formula or use a cleansing milk. An oil-based cleanser is ideal for very dry skin—the advantage: cleansing oils reliably remove even waterproof makeup without throwing the skin out of balance.
Intensive moisturizing cream for face, hands, and body is a must-have in autumn
A dull, tired complexion—or even rough, flaky skin? Itchiness and tightness? No surprise: after a long summer, your skin is thirsty! Give it plenty of moisture so it can regenerate. Only then can the skin stay balanced and the skin’s natural protective barrier do its job effectively.
As the days get colder, the skin’s natural oil production decreases—so does circulation. Regeneration processes in the skin generally slow down. An intensive boost of moisture supports recovery and strengthens the skin barrier.
When choosing your moisturizer, it can be a bit richer in autumn. Ingredients like shea butter, almond oil, plant-based glycerin, aloe vera, or hyaluronic acid are excellent moisture sources.
Our Herbacin Favorites for Autumn
Herbacin kamille Intensive Moisture
Rich without feeling sticky — that’s what makes Herbacin kamille Intensive Moisture the perfect companion for the cold season.
The Intensive Moisture Cream with plant-based glycerin, aloe vera, organic chamomile, and vitamin E protects the skin against wind and weather. Its lightweight texture applies smoothly — ideal for the face.
The perfect match: the Body Lotion from the Herbacin Intensive Moisture line. Hyaluronic acid and Schisandra berry extract turn this lotion into true superfood for dry skin.
Herbacin Skin Solutions
For those with sensitive or reactive skin, autumn often brings even greater challenges. Herbacin Skin Solutions, with its triple plant formula of aloe vera, chamomile, and marigold, offers a naturally gentle solution for delicate skin.
The Daily Skin Moisturizer delivers 24-hour hydration and combines the triple plant formula with hyaluronic acid, inositol, and fucose biopolymer. It provides intensive moisture, is gentle on the skin, and features a lightweight texture that also works well under makeup.
For very dry, tight, or flaky skin, the Special Care Cream from the Skin Solutions line is ideal. Aloe vera, marigold, and chamomile, along with plant-based glycerin, allantoin, and vitamin E, support the skin’s regeneration. The rich Special Care Cream also helps actively prevent cracked skin.
Herbacin Handcreme with Camomile
Herbacin Hand Cream with plant-based glycerin and organic chamomile extract has been the trusted go-to for soft, supple hands for more than 100 years. Its special care formula acts like an invisible protective glove for the hands.
Paired with the gentle Herbacin Cream Soap, your hands stay well protected throughout the cold season!